Belize City, Belize: Comprised mostly of dense forests, Belize is the second smallest country in Central America. Home to the largest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere, Belize is an ideal location for scuba diving, whether you are an expert or novice. Belize City is also known for its heavy concentration of Mayan ruins.
Cozumel, Mexico: This island off the Mexican coast is a shoppers paradise and is full of history and Mayan culture. As one of the most popular Caribbean cruise destinations (over a million tourists per year), Cozumel is still largely undeveloped, with over two-thirds of the island still in its natural state.
Grand Cayman Island: By far the largest of the Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman is home to the bustling George Town, the capital of the Cayman Islands. Grand Cayman is also home to the famed Seven Mile Beach.
Montego Bay, Jamaica: Known as "MoBay" to the locals, Montego Bay has some of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean. Duty-free shopping is also popular here, as shopping centers are plentiful.
Ocho Rios, Jamaica: Home to Jamaican shops, restaurants, bars, a craft market and, of course, picturesque beaches.
Progreso, Mexico: A short ride from Mayan ruins, this up-and-coming Mexican port features a beach, watersports, restaurants, and a crafts market.
Costa Maya, Mexico: A man-made Mexican tourist village on the east side of the Yucatan peninsula. Many pools here are free to use, and some feature swim-up bars, restaurants, and shops. There is also a performance theater that caters to tourists.
Playa Del Carmen, Mexico: On the eastern side of the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico, this tourist destination is in close proximity to Mayan ruins and other cultural sites. Most vacationers travel here from Cozumel via ferry, but some cruise ships stop here as a separate destination.
Roatan, Bay Islands: The largest of the Bay Islands, Roatan is 30 miles north of Honduras and is a paradise for scuba divers, snorkelers, fishermen, and other watersports enthusiasts. Its capital and largest city is Coxen Hole.